January 2019
Volume 32 MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce is to enhance the business climate and improve the quality of life in Dodge City and the surrounding area for our members.
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A LETTER FROM 2019 CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD:
MICHAEL BURNS
ORGANIZATION CORE VALUES
PRIORITIES PROMISED. PRIORITIES DELIVERED.
IS THE LEADING BUSINESS ADVOCATE a united voice for business
In January 2018, the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce and Board of Directors made a promise to you – our members. Our promise was to define priorities that would guide our organization and ensure progress on behalf of our members and this community. Defined priorities and progress promised. Defined priorities and progress delivered! I am proud of the successes realized by our organization and the Chamber staff in 2018. Progress included hiring three strong staff members, offering five educational programs to our members during 3Q and 4Q, re-organizing our Multicultural Business Committee that hosted a Holiday Posada, hosting Dodge City Days, recruiting 31 new members (including 13 Hispanic owned/ operated businesses), 92.8% membership retention rate, enhanced financial discipline and updating the governance documents of the organization.
DEMONSTRATES INTEGRITY through words and actions FOCUSES ON VALUE member resources demonstrate a return on investment EDUCATES how business is good for community IS CUSTOMER FOCUSED we are here to serve our members ENCOURAGES CITIZEN ADVOCACY citizen participation to build a better Dodge City FACILITATES LEADERSHIP training ground for future leaders IS TECHNOLOGY FOCUSED increase value to all members
The foundation has been set and great opportunities are in front of the organization, our members and this community in 2019 and beyond. But to turn those opportunities into successes, we need your help. We need even more positive engagement from our members. We need positive engagement from you! Find a way to be a part of our 2019 successes by joining a committee or hosting a Chamber event. Chamber committee and group work includes: Dodge City Days, Multicultural, Business Advocacy (IE – Legislative), Young Professionals and Ambassadors. Hosting a Chamber event could include a Dodge City Days sponsorship, coffee or after-Hours networking event or educational program sponsorships. We would enjoy the opportunity to visit with you about increasing your engagement in the Chamber.
THE CHAMBER IS VERY EXCITED TO WELCOME OUR
Take a moment to reflect, what have you done to engage in the community to make a positive difference? We need your help to take the next step! Let’s create a strong community in 2019.
NOVEMBER NEW MEMBERS: Care to Thrive and Quick Bail Bonds and Insurance Express
Michael Burns
Landmark National Bank We will see you at the 2019 Annual Banquet! Reserve your seat today by calling 620-227-3119 or emailing jwittman@dodgechamber.com
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS
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LOOKING FOR EMPLOYEES? GET YOUR BUSINESS NOTICED
Michael Burns, Chairman of the Board Landmark National Bank Shane Laws, Chairman-Elect Victory Electric Jeff Renner, Immediate Past Chair United Wireless Communications
DIRECTORS
Michael Burns, Landmark National Bank Dr. R.C. Trotter Family Practice Associates of Western KS Alicia Edwards, DC Women’s Chamber Shane Laws, Victory Electric Lauren Morse, Fischer Chiropractic David Rebein, Rebein Brothers Law Jeff Renner, United Wireless Communications Simeon Russell, Cargill Greg Ruehle, Servi-Tech Chris Ragland, United Wireless Arena Raul De La Torre, ServiceMaster Rapid Response Randy Riekenberg, United Wireless Communications Gerald Miller, Black Hills Energy Jamie Kuehl, McDonald’s Restaurants Sergio Garcia, National Beef
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS
John Bogner, Western Beverage Fred Dierksen, Superintendent USD 443 J.D. Gilbert, Ford County Joann Knight, DC/FC Dev Corp Director Jeff Hiers, DC/FC Dev Corp Chairman Jan Stevens, Executive Director Dodge City CVB Cherise Tieben, City of Dodge City Dr. Harold Nolte, Dodge City Community College
CHAMBER STAFF
Tara Burkhart, President tburkhart@dodgechamber.com Marisa Vargas, Membership Director mvargas@dodgechamber.com Joni Wittman, Events Director jwittman@dodgechamber.com Michelle Salinas, Office Manager msalinas@dodgechamber.com
OFFICE INFORMATION
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Office (620) 227-3119 | (620) 227-2957 Fax 101 E. Wyatt Earp | PO Box 939 Dodge City, KS 67801 www.dodgechamber.com www.facebook.com/dcacc E-mail: info@dodgechamber.com
UPCOMING CHAMBER COFFEE hosted by
Casey’s Cowtown Restaurant 503 E. Trail Street
Tuesday, Jan. 29th - 9:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m.
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PRMC DODGE CITY - HIRING! Pratt Regional Medical Center is seeking an APRN or PA to provide urgent and primary care to patients in the Dodge City PRMC Clinic Services office. Hours are Monday/ Tuesday/Wednesday from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Friday from 8 am - noon. Responsibilities include diagnosis and treatment of patients, documentation in Athena electronic health record, prescribing, ordering tests, medical management. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve a diverse population. Experience required, bilingual preferred. Apply online at www.prmc.org. Pratt Regional Medical Center Dodge City 2300 North 14th Avenue Dodge City, KS 67801
DODGE CITY RANKS IN THE TOP 10 - WESTERN TOWN Dodge City, KS Honored as Top True Western Town by True West Magazine! Dodge City is #6 among True West Magazine’s 2019 Top Western Towns. Tombstone, AZ took the top spot. They will be featured in the February 2019 issue, it hit the newsstands on December 10, 2018. For certain generations, Dodge City is the television show ‘Gunsmoke’—and the town does honor that,” says True West Executive Editor Bob Boze Bell. “But it’s so much more, with a history to match any in the Old West. Dodge City truly deserves the designation as a Top Western Town.” This is the 14th year True West has presented this annual award. Editors base their selection on criteria demonstrating how each town has preserved its history through old buildings, museums, and other institutions, events, and promotions of historic resources. For subscriptions and more information, visit TWMag.com or call 888-687-1881.
Company: BestWater of SWK Job Title: Delivery-Service Technician How to Apply: Pick up an application at BestWater of SWK. Submit resumes and application at: BestWater of SWK 2104 East Wyatt Earp Blvd. Dodge City, KS. Company: Sacred Heart Cathedral Catholic School Job Title: Vocal Music Teacher K-8 How to Apply: Please send your resume and any questions to Lynee Habiger at lynee.habiger@dcshcs.com Company: Ford County Job Title: Landfill Supervisor Duties: Operate a wide variety of heavy and light equipment used in landfill maintenance and solid waste management. Oversee subordinate personnel, uphold the policies and procedures of the landfill facility, responsible for adhering to all federal, state and EPA guidelines. How to Apply: Apply at the Ford County Human Resource Office at 100 Gunsmoke. Company: South Central Kansas Bone and Joint Center Job Title: Part-Time Office Assistant/Receptionist Duties: Assist with clinic patients. Greet patients, escort to rooms, schedule for medical tests, direct patients to lab or x-ray, respond to patient phone calls. Assist with clerical aspects of the job. How to Apply: Apply online at https://pm.healthcaresource. com/careersite/prmc/Job.aspx?JobId=546 Does your business have job openings you would like to feature in the next Business Advantage? Email the Company Name, Job Title, How to Apply and any other relative information to info@dodgechamber.com
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WPMC WELCOMES NEW APRN AND UROLOGIST
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LOCAL CABINETMAKER WINS DESIGN COMPETITION Dodge City’s own Kitchens Inc. is the grand prize winner of a regional design award. Kitchens beat-out cabinetmakers and designers throughout Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado, New Mexico and Arkansas, in the Wood-Mode 75th Anniversary Design Awards, with a pool house project located in Larned, KS belonging to Shari and Carlton Bert. Judging criteria was based on lifestyle, creativity and use of space. “It was truly an honor to receive the top honor in such a competitive territory,” said Scott Bogner, President of Kitchens Inc. This project was a true custom-design, meeting the customers preference of transitional styled cabinetry complemented with rustic detail, all in a condensed space. The “Poolside Retreat” featured an amenity-filled kitchenette utilizing a counter-top off a 140-year-old historic tree from the Fort Riley Military Base Cemetery that was struck by lightning, a guest bathroom and hide-away bed, bringing style and function to a small space. “This took a fair amount of ingenuity, engineering and craftsmanship from our Kitchens team, led by designer Carson Robinson, and superior products from Wood-Mode to make this project a reality,” said Bogner. Bogner accepted the award at a product showcase event, held September 17-18, at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, Pennsylvania. “Our primary goal is to recognize the talents of our highly-trained design partners because much of our success relies on their efforts and those of their award-winning showrooms,” said Jeff Wolf, Wood-Mode director of marketing. Kitchens winning design will be featured in a Wood-Mode commemorative picture book coming out this Fall. For more about this project go to www.kitchensincdc.com.
The award-winning kitchen designed by Kitchens Inc. in the pool house of Shari and Carlton Bert, located in Larned, Kansas.
75th Anniversary Wood-Mode Regional Design Winner Pictured from left to right: Alison Gillespie with Herman Johns & Associates, Mark Wessels with Herman Johns & Associates, Scott Bogner, Owner of Kitchens Inc., and Bob Johns, Owner of Herman Johns & Associates.
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HEARTLAND CANCER CENTER EARNS TOP ACCREDITATION Central Care Cancer Center has achieved the highest level of recognition in the country for its radiation oncology practice at Heartland Cancer Center in Garden City. American College of Radiology, the nation’s leading radiation oncology accrediting body, recently awarded Central Care Cancer Center a full three-year accreditation for radiation oncology. Central Care Cancer Center partners with St. Catherine Hospital and Centura Health in providing oncology services at Heartland Cancer Center. Among physicians, ACR accreditation is recognized as the highest achievement in medical imaging for practices and represents the peak level of quality and patient safety. Because of rigorous accreditation guidelines, only seven oncology practices in the state currently have the ACR gold seal distinction, and Central Care is affiliated with the only two ACR accredited facilities west of Topeka. “Our staff went through a meticulous process to achieve accreditation,” explained Johanna Garzon, Director of Heartland Cancer Center. “It is a process in which an impartial peer review is completed and a site visit is conducted to assure that quality standards are being followed. The accreditation affirms that at Heartland Cancer Center we are providing the absolute best healthcare and safety measures to our patients.” ACR accreditation rounds out the highest levels of certification for all of Heartland Cancer Center’s oncology services. Its medical oncology program was accredited by the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) Certification Program last spring. Additionally, the Breast Center at St. Catherine Hospital, located inside the cancer center, is certified by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, sanctioned by the American College of Surgeons. It is the only center between Kansas City and Colorado Springs to achieve such distinction. “Western Kansas deserves the best care available and that’s what we provide at Heartland Cancer Center,” said Dr. Claudia Perez-Tamayo, Radiation Oncologist and President of Central Care Cancer Center. “Not only do we have an expert team of physicians, but we have the greatest technology available in oncology care today. The PET-CT and the TrueBeam STx bring the latest, most-advanced technology to Kansas. Our unique blend of physician expertise, technology, and achievements of national accreditation measures assures our patients that they are receiving the best care in the state and beyond.” Besides affiliation with ACR through accreditation, Dr. Perez-Tamayo is distinguished as an ACR Fellow. Only 10 percent of American College of Radiology members have earned the national honor. ACR Fellowship is awarded to members of the College who have achieved significant accomplishments in scientific or clinical research in the field of radiology; made significant contributions to literature; and/or provided outstanding work as a teacher of radiology. For more information about the ACR Practice Accreditation Program: https://www.acraccreditation.org/modalities/radiation-oncology-practice
Dr. Claudia Perez Tamayo discusses treatment with a patient and verifies setup of the innovative TrueBeam STx system at Heartland Cancer Center. The advanced medical linear accelerator treats cancer anywhere in the body, including lung, breast, prostate, and head and neck. It has the power to treat quickly while delivering high dose rates with microscopic accuracy.
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MEET THE 2019 AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS Each month, you will meet a chamber ambassador. February’s ambassador is Todd Schriner. Schriner is a lifelong Ford County resident but attended school in Cimarron before attending Fort Hays State University. He currently serves as the retail store manager for United Wireless Communications. “I get to make sure my team has all the necessary tools to help our customers meet sales goals,” Schriner said. United Wireless Communications is a member of the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce to strengthen the community and be involved with customers and businesses. “The ability to network with other small business owners and employees combined with the added exposure within our community though chamber events is a great benefit for us as a company,” Schriner said. As a chamber ambassador, Schriner found benefits for himself too. “Even though I have lived in this area most of my life, the ambassador program is a great opportunity for me to network with other professionals and help enrich the lives of others.” Schriner enjoys spending time with his wife Michelle, their four children, and hunting, fishing and golfing. Ambassadors like Todd help make a difference in the community and we appreciate his hard work on behalf of the Chamber. If your business wants someone on the frontlines of welcoming and supporting chamber members, the ambassador team invites you to join! We are nearly half a month into 2019 and the chamber ambassadors have already hosted ribbon cuttings and coffees for local businesses. If you are interested in becoming an ambassador, hosting an event, or want more information, feel free to contact Marisa Vargas, Chamber of Commerce membership director at mvargas@dodgechamber.com
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LOOK WHAT WE’VE BEEN UP TO! Come network with us in 2019.
On December 13, the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce Multicultural Committee hosted a Holiday Posada. Over 60 people attended this 1st annual event.
Quick Bail Bonds and Insurance Express were welcomed to the downtown business community on Friday, January 11th.
On Friday, January 4, the Chamber Ambassadors celebrated the ribbon cutting of Warrior Lawyers International. Warrior Lawyers International is located at 602 N. Second Ave. in downtown Dodge City.
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